Bed sheet cotton

Who are cotton bed sheets suitable for?

Bed sheets Cotton: What is cotton?

Cotton is the natural fiber most commonly used for textile production, thanks to its unique structure and properties. It is obtained from the seed hairs of the plant. The plants primarily grow in the tropics and subtropics. Cotton is distinguished between long and short fibers. The fiber hairs consist of 95% cellulose. The long fibers are used for yarns in textile manufacturing. Independently, four different peoples have begun cultivating the cotton plant.

Use of cotton

Nowadays, cotton from clothing and home textiles is indispensable. It accounts for about 75% of all natural fibers used. Additionally, cotton is utilized in the cosmetics industry to produce items such as cotton swabs or pads. Furthermore, it can be found in medical bandages, coffee filters, book covers, or in various types of paper. Since cotton also has a relatively high elasticity, it is used as a reinforcing fiber for so-called natural fiber-reinforced plastics, from which mainly automotive parts are manufactured.

Properties of cotton

In general, the following properties are attributed to cotton:

  • Skin-friendly
  • Air-permeable
  • Boil-proof
  • Low allergy potential
  • Tear-resistant (even more so when wet)
  • Resistant to heat
  • High elasticity
  • Can absorb up to 63% of its own weight in water
  • Dyes well

Sheets cotton and blended fabric

In addition to sheets made of pure cotton, there are also sheets with a blended fabric of cotton and other materials:

  • Jersey: Made from blended fibers (viscose/cotton blends or silk)
  • Linen: Linen consists of 100% cotton threads. Linen refers to a specific weaving style, similar to linen.
  • Interlock: It is also a jersey fabric: two layers of fabric are firmly connected and contains double the type of fibers as normal jersey.

Fitted sheets organic cotton

When cultivating organic cotton, the soils must be managed for 3 years without synthetic and chemical fertilizers. Seeds must not be genetically modified. A crop rotation must be maintained, meaning cotton can only be grown on the same field every 3 years. In the meantime, other organic products are grown on the field. To maintain and improve natural soil fertility, manure and compost are used as fertilizers. This increases the humus content of the soil, which can then store more water and CO2. In conventional cotton plantations, much thinner humus layers are found because nutrients must be artificially added through chemical fertilizers and pesticides. In contrast, a thick humus layer is a prerequisite for organic cotton cultivation. No defoliants may be used during the harvest of organic cotton. The cotton is harvested by hand, not by machine.

Fitted sheets made of jersey

Jersey has more volume than a woven fabric, making it warmer. Jersey is a blended fabric made from cotton and viscose. The name Jersey comes from the Channel Island of Jersey, located between France and England. Single Jersey is lighter and very stretchable. Double Jersey / Interlock has low stretchability but is more shape-retaining. Additionally, it is smooth and does not roll up.

Interlock fabric sheets

Interlock is more durable than comparable fabrics because two layers of fabric are firmly connected, resulting in double the number of fibers. Interlock bedding has the following advantages:

  • High load capacity
  • Very soft yet shape-retaining
  • Closed surface
  • Smooth surface and does not roll up

Flannel sheets

Flannel is made from cotton or wool. Flannel sheets are light and warm and can absorb liquids well. Flannel is very soft yet durable and elastic. A flannel blanket is suitable for the cold winter months. The surface of flannel is brushed, creating an air cushion that insulates against cold and provides warmth. The fabric resembles beaver fur, which is why it is also called beaver bedding. The difference between beaver and flannel is the thickness: flannel is thinner, while beaver is thicker.

Types of fitted sheets

The different fabrics:

  • Fitted sheet made of pure cotton
  • Jersey fitted sheet
  • Flannel fitted sheet
  • Fleece fitted sheet
  • Fitted sheet made of linen
  • Fitted sheet made of interlock
  • Fitted sheet made of single jersey

Advantages of bed sheets

The traditional bed sheet has the advantage over the fitted sheet that it is easier to care for and especially easier to iron. The elastic bands of the fitted sheet can break and become brittle after many washes, while a bed sheet of good quality can last a lifetime. Those who like to iron their bed linen will find it easier with a traditional bed sheet. It is also easier to fold and takes up less space in the closet than a fitted sheet, which often can only be folded temporarily. Therefore, those who place great value on accurate order in their closets, or perhaps have little storage space available, will tend to reach for the bed sheet rather than the fitted sheet.

Advantages of the fitted sheet

Most of the time, it is made from a very stretchy fabric, for example, from a soft cotton or a sturdy terry cloth. With a little practice, it can be very easily put on. Just start at one corner of the bed and work your way around the mattress, first pulling over the corners. Then you can adjust the side edges. The annoying smoothing of the bed sheet is eliminated completely with the fitted sheet. Additionally, it can hardly slip even under heavy use. The side edges of the mattress also remain well wrapped, so your bed will always look neat and freshly made.

Fitted sheet sizes

The regular sizes are:

  • Fitted sheet 80 x 190
  • Fitted sheet 90 x 190
  • Fitted sheet 100 x 190
  • Fitted sheet 120 x 190
  • Fitted sheet 140 x 190
  • Fitted sheet 160 x 190
  • Fitted sheet 180 x 190
  • Fitted sheet 80 x 200
  • Fitted sheet 90 x 200
  • Fitted sheet 100 x 200
  • Fitted sheet 120 x 200
  • Fitted sheet 140 x 200
  • Fitted sheet 160 x 200
  • Fitted sheet 180 x 200
  • Fitted sheet 200 x 200

Cotton bed sheets with the mattress finder for your perfect mattress

If a mattress is being sought that is to be used by two people, all information and data for both sleepers are requested and taken into account. The mattress finder collects the following information:

  1. Who sleeps on the mattress?
  2. body weight
  3. preferred sleeping position
  4. body stature
  5. preferred sleeping feel (firmness level)
  6. existing back problems

Cotton bed sheets shipping and delivery of the Mister Sandman products

The delivery and dispatch by DPD takes place directly to your home or to the door of the specified delivery address. This way, you don't have to worry about the transport and delivery of your mattress or bedding. You will receive an email with your tracking number, so you can track where your goods are at any time online.

Cotton bed sheets shipping and return shipping are free for you

Ordering mattresses and bedding accessories, such as pillows, toppers, and comforters in the Mister Sandman Shop is completely risk-free. Shipping to all delivery addresses within Germany, including delivery to your doorstep, and return shipping including pickup by DPD is free of charge. For a return, you can easily schedule a pickup appointment for the mattress with our customer service.

Cotton bed sheets mattress test - 30 days trial sleeping

Restful and healthy sleep is important for well-being and to recharge energy. A person spends almost a third of their life sleeping. For this reason, Mister Sandman offers you the opportunity for trial sleeping for a full 30 days and nights to extensively test your new mattress. This also allows you to test the mattress in your familiar sleeping environment.

Cotton bed sheets Mister Sandman items - Quality claim

It is important to us that you feel completely comfortable with each of our items, whether mattresses, pillows, toppers, or blankets. Therefore, we place special emphasis on high-quality products that meet a high standard. All products in the Mister Sandman shop are certified with the OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, product class I, identifiable by the label Textiles Vertrauen. All our products with this certification meet the highest requirements for textile products and have been thoroughly tested for harmful substances. Our premium mattresses are manufactured in Germany and come with a 10-year warranty.

Cotton bed sheets Mister Sandman online shop

A young and innovative brand like Mister Sandman offers 3 different mattresses in its online shop, each with different features:

With the mattress finder, you can find the suitable mattress for you. If you still have questions, our customer service is also happy to assist you.